Sub Product
Raw Materials
HS Code
030366
Last Updated
2026-03-30
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Hake market coverage spans 126 countries.
- 783 exporter companies and 867 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 17,734 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 5.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-03-30.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Hake
Analyze 17,734 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Hake.
Frozen Hake Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Hake to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Hake: New Zealand (+163.4%), Canada (+68.6%), Panama (+23.0%).
Frozen Hake Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Frozen Hake country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Frozen Hake transaction unit prices: New Zealand (12.60 USD / kg), Chile (4.18 USD / kg), South Africa (4.16 USD / kg), Panama (3.81 USD / kg), Ukraine (3.72 USD / kg), 12 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | -8.3% | 87 | 2.34 USD / kg (119,099.9 kg) | 2.27 USD / kg (56,533.4 kg) | 2.34 USD / kg (137,455.4 kg) | 2.30 USD / kg (108,315 kg) | 2.19 USD / kg (59,160.6 kg) | 2.88 USD / kg (91,209 kg) | ||||||
| Argentina | -4.0% | 12,419 | 2.63 USD / kg (14,085,518.366 kg) | 2.50 USD / kg (11,772,155.28 kg) | 2.54 USD / kg (22,297,278.681 kg) | 2.77 USD / kg (19,497,487.472 kg) | 2.69 USD / kg (25,152,717.405 kg) | 2.47 USD / kg (22,928,884.102 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | -2.1% | 1,065 | 5.03 USD / kg (838,564.026 kg) | 5.88 USD / kg (576,476.796 kg) | 5.17 USD / kg (215,803.922 kg) | 4.43 USD / kg (1,954,543.088 kg) | 5.06 USD / kg (3,793,996.336 kg) | 4.18 USD / kg (862,515.485 kg) | ||||||
| Ecuador | -2.0% | 359 | 3.30 USD / kg (1,092,982.18 kg) | 2.96 USD / kg (989,930.7 kg) | 2.36 USD / kg (203,423.44 kg) | 2.04 USD / kg (194,582.72 kg) | 2.00 USD / kg (114,808.839 kg) | 2.68 USD / kg (85,458.7 kg) | ||||||
| Uruguay | +20.4% | 233 | 2.04 USD / kg (99,683 kg) | 2.20 USD / kg (667,237 kg) | 2.47 USD / kg (906,213 kg) | 2.30 USD / kg (368,014.5 kg) | 2.30 USD / kg (2,046,543 kg) | 2.28 USD / kg (525,597 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | +9.0% | 112 | 1.25 USD / kg (1,004 kg) | 2.34 USD / kg (1,753 kg) | 3.39 USD / kg (2,252 kg) | 3.35 USD / kg (50,359 kg) | 5.75 USD / kg (19,511 kg) | 4.16 USD / kg (167,995 kg) | ||||||
| Vanuatu | -11.2% | 84 | - (-) | 1.20 USD / kg (55,700 kg) | - (-) | 1.40 USD / kg (54,486 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Peru | -6.2% | 83 | 2.71 USD / kg (126,228.4 kg) | 2.85 USD / kg (118,403.001 kg) | 2.53 USD / kg (148,524.7 kg) | 3.24 USD / kg (170,544.801 kg) | 2.75 USD / kg (66,661.8 kg) | 3.51 USD / kg (5,454.55 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | +4.8% | 827 | 2.30 USD / kg (438,293.6 kg) | 2.36 USD / kg (1,066,876.866 kg) | 2.80 USD / kg (5,464.4 kg) | 2.25 USD / kg (432,299.262 kg) | 2.47 USD / kg (764,160.612 kg) | 2.26 USD / kg (747,607.301 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +1.3% | 84 | 5.52 USD / kg (108,007.6 kg) | 5.94 USD / kg (40,000.91 kg) | - (-) | 5.85 USD / kg (79,392 kg) | 6.02 USD / kg (17,682.2 kg) | - (-) |
Frozen Hake Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,650 companies
783 exporters and 867 importers are mapped for Frozen Hake.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Hake, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Frozen Hake Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
783 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Hake. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Hake Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 783 total exporter companies in the Frozen Hake supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-18
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood PackagingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTradeDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Canada)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: OthersFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Brazil, South Korea, United States, Japan
Supplying Products: Frozen Hake, Sea Urchin Roe, Fresh Sea Urchin +5
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(Uruguay)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Namibia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Frozen Hake Global Exporter Coverage
783 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Hake supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Frozen Hake opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Hake (HS Code 030366) in 2024
For Frozen Hake in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 61,267,760.17 kg | 164,701,710.482 USD | View → |
| 2 | United States | 35,860,074 kg | 65,137,903 USD | View → |
| 3 | Argentina | 38,435,426.7 kg | 59,266,882.24 USD | View → |
| 4 | South Africa | 17,425,332.891 kg | 44,542,026.838 USD | View → |
| 5 | Chile | 5,726,719.3 kg | 27,422,838.65 USD | View → |
| 6 | Namibia | 10,896,002.7 kg | 26,793,700.334 USD | View → |
| 7 | Canada | 8,212,779 kg | 13,845,118.887 USD | View → |
| 8 | Portugal | 4,210,533 kg | 13,711,104.267 USD | View → |
| 9 | Lithuania | 3,307,671.98 kg | 7,494,786 USD | View → |
| 10 | South Korea | 4,355,287.7 kg | 7,483,815 USD | View → |
Frozen Hake Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Frozen Hake exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Frozen Hake Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
867 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Hake demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Hake Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 867 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Hake. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food PackagingFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Dominican Republic)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionAnimal ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
867 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Hake.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Hake buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Hake (HS Code 030366) in 2024
For Frozen Hake in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ukraine | 55,785,637.1 kg | 120,169,332.46 USD | View → |
| 2 | Portugal | 19,051,797 kg | 77,483,943.532 USD | View → |
| 3 | Spain | 24,118,554.009 kg | 74,844,800.143 USD | View → |
| 4 | Italy | 5,517,487 kg | 19,261,811.037 USD | View → |
| 5 | Romania | 6,376,650 kg | 13,732,832.36 USD | View → |
| 6 | Moldova | 4,463,244 kg | 9,967,602 USD | View → |
| 7 | Macedonia | 4,447,518 kg | 9,481,995.09 USD | View → |
| 8 | Hungary | 5,143,374 kg | 7,945,329 USD | View → |
| 9 | Namibia | 3,042,173.118 kg | 7,288,938.535 USD | View → |
| 10 | Croatia | 3,197,574.31 kg | 6,775,766 USD | View → |
Frozen Hake Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Frozen Hake origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Frozen Hake
Frozen Hake Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Frozen Hake wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Frozen Hake wholesale unit prices: South Africa (14.29 USD / kg), Taiwan (7.85 USD / kg), France (7.55 USD / kg), Spain (5.34 USD / kg), Poland (3.89 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | - | 13.87 USD / kg | 13.60 USD / kg | - | 14.30 USD / kg | 14.29 USD / kg | ||||||
| Spain | 6.28 USD / kg | 6.43 USD / kg | 5.55 USD / kg | 5.11 USD / kg | 5.16 USD / kg | 5.34 USD / kg | ||||||
| Poland | 4.01 USD / kg | 4.04 USD / kg | 3.90 USD / kg | 3.90 USD / kg | 3.93 USD / kg | 3.89 USD / kg | ||||||
| France | 6.76 USD / kg | 6.89 USD / kg | 7.54 USD / kg | 7.58 USD / kg | 7.62 USD / kg | 7.55 USD / kg | ||||||
| Taiwan | 8.80 USD / kg | 8.66 USD / kg | 8.28 USD / kg | 8.61 USD / kg | 7.19 USD / kg | 7.85 USD / kg |
Frozen Hake Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Frozen Hake wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Africa | 14.16 USD / kg | 13.25 USD / kg | 15.61 USD / kg | +9.0% | View → |
| 2 | Spain | 6.01 USD / kg | 4.21 USD / kg | 9.78 USD / kg | -2.7% | View → |
| 3 | Poland | 3.97 USD / kg | 3.51 USD / kg | 4.36 USD / kg | -5.1% | View → |
| 4 | France | 7.34 USD / kg | 6.47 USD / kg | 7.72 USD / kg | +12.3% | View → |
| 5 | Taiwan | 7.90 USD / kg | 5.81 USD / kg | 9.06 USD / kg | +1.6% | View → |
Latest Frozen Hake Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Frozen Hake wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Frozen Hake
Frozen Hake Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Frozen Hake farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-08, countries with visible Frozen Hake farmgate unit prices: Denmark (7.46 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark | 6.52 USD / kg | 7.14 USD / kg | 5.68 USD / kg | 7.46 USD / kg | - | - |
Frozen Hake Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Frozen Hake farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
Latest Frozen Hake Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 5 Frozen Hake farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Fishery Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine demersal whitefish (hake)
Scientific NameMerluccius spp.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Wild-capture marine species (not farmed); typically demersal on continental shelf and slope ecosystems
- Harvested under fishery management regimes (e.g., TACs/quotas and seasonal/area controls) that materially influence supply
Main VarietiesArgentine hake (Merluccius hubbsi), Cape hakes (Merluccius capensis; Merluccius paradoxus), European hake (Merluccius merluccius), South Pacific/Chilean hake (Merluccius gayi), Pacific hake (Merluccius productus)
Consumption Forms
- Frozen headed-and-gutted (H&G) whole fish
- Frozen fillets (block-frozen or IQF; often glazed)
- Further-processed hake products (e.g., breaded portions) manufactured downstream from frozen raw material
Grading Factors
- Species and product identity (to avoid mixed-species labeling risk)
- Product form and cut (whole/H&G, fillets, portions)
- Fillet size/weight range and defect limits (gaping, bruising, bones as applicable)
- Glaze level (if glazed) and net weight compliance
- Temperature compliance and evidence of cold-chain integrity
Market
Frozen hake is a globally traded wild-capture demersal whitefish product, commonly exported as frozen whole (H&G) and frozen fillets for retail and foodservice supply chains. Trade is strongly linked to major Southern Hemisphere fisheries (notably South Atlantic and South Pacific) and to European demand hubs, with Spain and Portugal featuring prominently in UN Comtrade-reported trade for HS 030378 (Frozen hake). Market availability is shaped by fishery management (TACs/quota), stock status, and the operational performance of the frozen cold chain rather than on-farm seasonality. Sustainability-linked procurement (e.g., MSC-certified hake fisheries) is a meaningful differentiator in some import markets, while IUU and traceability concerns remain a structural risk for parts of the global seafood trade.
Major Producing Countries
- ArgentinaMajor wild-capture hake producer and exporter (UN Comtrade HS 030378).
- South AfricaMajor hake producer and exporter; notable certified fisheries targeting Cape hakes (Merluccius capensis; M. paradoxus).
- NamibiaMajor hake producer and exporter linked to the Benguela ecosystem; certified hake fishery reported by MSC.
- ChileSignificant exporter of frozen hake in UN Comtrade HS 030378; supplies European demand hubs including Spain.
- UruguayExporter of frozen hake in UN Comtrade HS 030378 trade.
Major Exporting Countries
- SpainTop exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 (Frozen hake) dataset for 2024 (includes intra-European trade patterns as reported in Comtrade).
- ArgentinaTop exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
- United StatesTop exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
- South AfricaTop exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
- ChileSignificant exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
- NamibiaSignificant exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
- UruguayExporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
Major Importing Countries
- PortugalMajor importer in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset (e.g., 2023 import ranking).
- SpainMajor importer in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset (e.g., 2023 import ranking) and a key European demand/redistribution hub.
- UkraineMajor importer in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset (e.g., 2023 import ranking).
- ItalySignificant importer in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset (e.g., 2023 import ranking).
Specification
Major VarietiesHakes (Merluccius spp.) — mixed-species commercial category depending on origin and labeling rules, Argentine hake (Merluccius hubbsi), Cape hakes (Merluccius capensis; Merluccius paradoxus), European hake (Merluccius merluccius), South Pacific/Chilean hake (Merluccius gayi), Pacific hake (Merluccius productus)
Physical Attributes
- Lean whitefish with mild flavor profile; commonly traded as skinless or skin-on frozen fillets and as frozen headed-and-gutted (H&G) whole fish
- Demersal whitefish typically harvested by trawl or longline fisheries depending on region and management regime
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly control net weight, glaze percentage (if glazed), temperature at receipt, and defect limits (e.g., dehydration/freezer burn, bruising, gaping) rather than agricultural-style maturity metrics
Grades
- Codex CXS 190-1995 (Standard for Quick-Frozen Fish Fillets) is a common reference point for quick-frozen fillet definition, freezing endpoint, and related quality expectations
Packaging
- Retail and foodservice formats commonly include poly-lined cartons with frozen blocks, IQF fillets/portions in inner bags, and glazed fillets to limit dehydration
ProcessingQuick freezing is typically used for fillets intended for direct consumption; Codex defines quick freezing as reaching -18°C or colder at the thermal centre after stabilization and maintaining deep-frozen conditions through distribution
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Capture (trawl/longline) -> landing and grading -> heading/gutting and/or filleting -> washing/trim -> quick freezing (IQF or block) -> optional glazing -> packaging -> cold storage -> reefer ocean freight/truck -> importer cold store -> retail/foodservice distribution
Demand Drivers
- European demand hubs for frozen whitefish products, including import-to-process and retail frozen categories
- Procurement preferences for independently certified sustainable fisheries in some markets (e.g., MSC-certified hake fisheries)
Temperature
- For quick-frozen fish fillets, Codex CXS 190-1995 specifies the freezing process is not complete until product temperature reaches -18°C or colder at the thermal centre after stabilization; maintaining deep-frozen conditions throughout storage and transport is critical
- Thaw-refreeze events materially increase quality loss (dehydration, drip loss, texture defects) and can trigger buyer rejections
Risks
Fisheries Stock and Quota Volatility HighFrozen hake supply is predominantly wild-capture and therefore exposed to stock status changes, scientific assessment updates, and TAC/quota decisions in key producing regions. A material quota cut, temporary fishery closure, or stock decline in a major origin can rapidly reduce export availability and shift prices and sourcing patterns.Diversify sourcing across multiple hake origins/species and product forms; track fishery management decisions and stock assessment updates; maintain flexible contracts and substitute-ready whitefish specifications where possible.
Ecosystem and Gear Impacts MediumMany hake fisheries are demersal and can involve bottom trawling, which is associated with seabed impact and bycatch concerns; this can affect buyer acceptance, NGO scrutiny, and sustainability policy compliance in import markets.Prioritize verifiable fishery management performance and third-party certification where available; require bycatch/gear-impact transparency and improvement plans from suppliers.
IUU and Traceability MediumIllegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and weak documentation controls can introduce regulatory, reputational, and seizure risks in international seafood trade, including for demersal whitefish supply chains.Require catch documentation and traceability to vessel and landing; use port State controls and supplier audits aligned with FAO PSMA principles; verify legality and chain-of-custody claims.
Cold Chain Integrity MediumFrozen hake quality and commercial acceptance depend on uninterrupted deep-frozen handling; temperature abuse increases dehydration/freezer burn and defect rates and may trigger claims or rejections.Specify receiving temperature and maximum time out of freezer; use continuous temperature monitoring (data loggers) and define corrective-action thresholds with logistics partners.
Sustainability
- Wild-stock sustainability and TAC/quota management outcomes determine medium-term supply availability
- Bottom trawling ecosystem impacts (seabed disturbance and bycatch) are a recurring controversy for demersal whitefish supply chains where trawling is used
- Traceability and IUU-risk controls (landing controls, port State measures, documentation) are material to market access and buyer due diligence
Labor & Social
- Fishers’ working and living conditions at sea and in port (e.g., as addressed by ILO Work in Fishing Convention C188) are a recurring due-diligence theme in global seafood supply chains
- At-sea oversight and recruitment/contracting practices can present labor-rights risk in parts of the global fishing sector; buyers often require stronger social-compliance verification where risk indicators are elevated
FAQ
Which countries are major exporters of frozen hake in global trade data?In UN Comtrade-reported trade for HS 030378 ('Frozen hake'), major exporters include Spain, Argentina, the United States, South Africa, Chile, Namibia, and Uruguay.
What temperature benchmark is commonly referenced for quick-frozen fish fillets?Codex CXS 190-1995 states that the quick-freezing process is not complete unless the product temperature reaches -18°C or colder at the thermal centre after stabilization, and the product should be kept deep-frozen during transport, storage, and distribution.
What is the single biggest global risk that can disrupt frozen hake supply?Because hake supply is largely wild-capture, changes in stock status and fishery management (such as TAC/quota adjustments or closures) can quickly reduce export availability from major origins; diversifying origins and monitoring management decisions are common mitigation approaches.
Sources
Frozen Hake Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Frozen Hake market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Spain, South Africa, Ukraine, United States, Argentina, Portugal, Chile, Italy, Brazil, Canada, Norway, Netherlands, Russia, Uruguay, Poland, Serbia, Ecuador, France, United Kingdom, Jordan, Latvia, China, South Korea, Peru, Mexico, Romania, Australia, Senegal, Macedonia, Egypt, Lithuania, Panama, Colombia, Japan, Vietnam, Greece, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Liechtenstein, Morocco, Taiwan, Zambia, Israel, Slovakia, Benin, Germany, New Zealand, Croatia, Ireland, Thailand, Czechia, Cameroon, India, Slovenia, Belgium, Denmark, Moldova, Philippines, Bulgaria, Angola, Hungary, Dominican Republic, Sweden, Lebanon, Turkiye, Algeria, Singapore, Puerto Rico, Switzerland, Austria, Ghana, Andorra, United Arab Emirates, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belarus, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Falkland Islands, Georgia, Gambia, Guinea, Equatorial Guinea, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Iceland, Kyrgyzstan, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Kazakhstan, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Malta, Malawi, Malaysia, Mozambique, Namibia, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Qatar, Seychelles, Syria, Swaziland, Togo, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Venezuela, Vanuatu, Zimbabwe
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